Can I see photos of campsites at Kiwanis Park before I book?

Yes! Kiwanis Park has 2 campsite photos on Outdoorithm, contributed by campers who've stayed there. Browse real photos of individual sites to see what to expect before you reserve. You can also add your own photos after your trip to help the next family plan theirs.

Are there showers at Kiwanis Park?

Kiwanis Park does not have shower facilities. Plan accordingly—nearby alternatives may include day-use areas or towns.

Are dogs allowed at Kiwanis Park?

Pets are not allowed at Kiwanis Park. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

What activities can I do at Kiwanis Park?

Popular activities at Kiwanis Park include Hiking, Fishing, Biking, Boating, Wildlife Viewing. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Kiwanis Park

Q: Is Kiwanis Park first-come first-served or reservation?

Kiwanis Park operates on a first-come, first-served basis. The Fort Peck Lake area includes numerous primitive first-come, first-served camping areas; specific walk-up availability for Kiwanis Park is not specified.

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Kiwanis Park

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Quick Facts

2,057 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

First-Come

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

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Book on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Peck Project Official Website

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Real-Time Availability

Select a month, then check for open campsites

April 2026

Compare availability across multiple campgrounds

Quick Facts

2,057 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

First-Come

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Check Policy

Book on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Peck Project Official Website

Get Directions

Kiwanis Park

No fees available

Campsite Fees

Fees, reservations, changes and cancellations are handled through Recreation.gov.

Standard Site Fee$0.00

Hookup Site Fee$0.00

Premium Site Fee$0.00

Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00

Group Site Fee$0.00

Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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Campground Map

Kiwanis Park

48.0068, -106.4281

Nearby places

Nashua ~10.5 miles via Highway 117

Glasgow ~18 miles to Fort Peck Dam then 2.5 miles on Highway 117 plus 1 mile on Yellowstone Rd

Glendive/Circle I-94 exit then ~55 miles on MT 24 plus local roads (distances provided to turnoffs and roads in facility directions).

Driving directionsFrom Nashua, MT: travel on Highway 117 south for 10.5 miles, continue straight onto Yellowstone Rd for 1 mile and the park will be on the left. From Glasgow, MT: travel on Highway 24 south for 18 miles to Fort Peck Dam. Turn left onto Highway 117, travel 2.5 miles, turn right at intersection onto Yellowstone Rd, continue 1 mile and the park will be on the left. From Interstate 94 (Glendive/Circle exit): take MT Highway 200 west to MT Highway 24 north 55 miles; turn right onto Yellowstone Rd, drive 1.5 miles and the park will be on the right.

Accessible via MT Highway 117 and Yellowstone Road from Highway 24 and Interstate 94 (MT Highway 200).

Best Time to Camp at Kiwanis Park

Summer visitors will appreciate the natural air conditioning provided by mature cottonwood canopies, offering cool respite when temperatures climb. Come autumn, these same trees transform the landscape into a golden wonderland, their leaves catching the light like scattered coins. If you're planning to explore the reservoir's more remote reaches, check conditions first—spring rains and winter weather can turn backcountry access roads into impassable challenges.

Best

Fall(Sep-Nov)

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Cottonwoods transform the landscape in autumn; good for foliage and wildlife viewing.

Planning Tips

About Kiwanis Park

Nestled in the shadow of the historic Fort Peck Dam, Kiwanis Park offers a front-row seat to where engineering marvel meets wild Missouri River beauty. Whether you're seeking developed amenities near the dam or a more secluded experience along Fort Peck Lake's winding shoreline, you'll find your perfect basecamp among towering cottonwood groves and tranquil fishing ponds.

Camping is a highlighted recreation activity in the Fort Peck Lake area; the reservoir contains both developed recreation areas near the dam and numerous primitive, first-come-first-served camping areas around the lake. Kiwanis Park is located just below Fort Peck Dam within this larger system of developed and primitive sites.

Historical Significance

You're standing where history runs deep—literally and figuratively. Lewis and Clark paddled past these very shores in 1804, charting unknown territory for a young nation. Fast-forward to 1933, when President Franklin D. Roosevelt authorized what would become the first dam in the upper Missouri River Basin, bringing hope and employment to thousands during the darkest days of the Great Depression. Workers arrived from across the country, transforming the landscape and creating the massive Fort Peck Lake you see today. The on-site Interpretive Center and Museum brings this remarkable story to life, weaving together tales of ambitious engineering, natural history, and the people who built a dam against all odds.

Weather and SeasonsSummer visitors will appreciate the natural air conditioning provided by mature cottonwood canopies, offering cool respite when temperatures climb. Come autumn, these same trees transform the landscape into a golden wonderland, their leaves catching the light like scattered coins. If you're planning to explore the reservoir's more remote reaches, check conditions first—spring rains and winter weather can turn backcountry access roads into impassable challenges.

Natural Features and SceneryAncient cottonwoods stand sentinel here, their massive trunks and spreading branches creating cathedral-like spaces where dappled sunlight dances on the forest floor. Three fishing ponds—including the aptly named Winter Harbor—offer quiet contemplation and excellent angling opportunities. The Missouri River flows just beyond, its waters released from the dam's base with impressive force. Paved nature trails wind along the riverbank, perfect for morning walks when mist rises off the water, and in autumn, the cottonwoods put on a spectacular show, their leaves turning brilliant gold against impossibly blue skies. Beyond it all stretches Fort Peck Lake's vast shoreline, promising adventure and solitude in equal measure.

Geological RegionLocated in the Upper Missouri River Basin, the park sits at the gateway to the dramatic Missouri River Breaks—a landscape of eroded badlands, coulees, and prairie where the river has carved its story into ancient sedimentary rock over millions of years.

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Site layoutMix of developed campground facilities near the dam (paved roads, electric hookups, showers, playgrounds) and more primitive sites elsewhere (gravel roads, picnic tables, vault toilets). Shaded cottonwood groves and ponds are interspersed throughout the area.

Reservation PlatformsRecreation.gov

Walk-in AvailabilityThe Fort Peck Lake area includes numerous primitive first-come, first-served camping areas; specific walk-up availability for Kiwanis Park is not specified.

Cancellation PolicyAll changes and cancellations need to be made through www.recreation.gov.

Recommended SitesAreas near and around the dam offer paved roads, electricity, showers and playgrounds; other areas around the lake are more primitive with gravel roads, picnic tables and vault toilets. Three miles of paved nature trails are available for walking and wildlife viewing.

Activities you can enjoy

The Fort Peck Lake area, including Kiwanis Park, offers a wide range of outdoor recreation centered on the reservoir and river corridor: boating, fishing, hunting, wildlife viewing, hiking, biking, sightseeing, picnicking, photography and disc golf.

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Cultural and Educational Programs

Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsAccess roads to some remote areas may be impassable in inclement weather. The area is adjacent to hunting lands and wildlife habitat (deer, elk, bighorn sheep, pronghorn), which may present seasonal hazards.